Navigating Teaching and Research in the Era of AI
February 28th, 2025 – 8am – 5pm
In person at Scheller College of Business Room 316 & Virtual via Zoom
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As part of a grant-supported effort under the Provost’s Teaching and Learning Initiatives, this symposium brings together educators from Georgia Tech and other institutions to explore the evolving landscape of teaching and research in the age of AI. Participants will discuss the integration of AI tools into the classroom, share best practices for leveraging AI in research, and reflect on the opportunities and challenges AI presents for higher education. This collaborative dialogue aims to inspire innovative approaches and foster cross-disciplinary connections in the academic community. The symposium aims to build best practices, discuss common challenges, and showcase innovative applications of AI in teaching and research.
This symposium serves as a platform for sharing best practices and fostering collaboration among educators to continuously improve course designs and ultimately benefit the students. By harnessing the power of AI in teaching, we can unlock even more potential for personalized learning, adaptive feedback, and data-driven insights. Let’s join forces to explore the endless possibilities AI offers in revolutionizing education and empowering students to thrive in the digital age.
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Schedule at a Glance
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Morning Sessions |
Afternoon Sessions |
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| 7:30am | Breakfast and Check in | Noon | Lunch Break -Lunch Provided | |
| 8:00am |
Opening- Anuj Mehrotra, Dean of Scheller College of Business, GT
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1pm |
Faculty and Students Artificial Intelligence Perceptions and Usage within Higher Education Settings Georgia State University Survey Group: Rachel Gurvitch, Jennifer Hall, Michelle Kassorla, Kurt Schmitz, and Mandy Swygart-Hobaugh |
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| 8:15am | Leveraging AI for Course Preparation and Assessments – Mike Smith, GT | 1:45pm | Keynote – AI in 2025: Impact on Research and Education – Pascal Van Hentenryck, GT | |
| 8:45am | AI Integration in Quantitative Courses Based on Project-Based Teaching- Tatiana Rudchenko, GT | 2:45pm | Break | |
| 9:20am | Student Learning Assessment with AI- Dobin Yim, Loyala University | 3pm | AI + HR: Transforming the Future of Work – Saba Colakoglu GT | |
| 9:45am | Coffee Break | 3:30pm | Teaching with AI: Engaging Students and Bringing Economists to Life – James Hoadley, GT | |
| 10:00am |
AI All Around Us Panel; A panel
Each speaker presents individually Speakers- Jeanne Law; KSU, Jacob Westberry, KSU, Wen Gu; Emory and Rajiv Garg; Emory |
4pm | Integrating Art and AI in STEM classrooms: Unlocking students’ creativity- Francesco Fedele, GT |
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| 11:45am | Reflection Activity – Vincent Spezzo, GT | 4:45pm | Closing –Manpreet Hora, GT, Tatiana Rudchenko, GT, Mike Smith, GT, and Vincent Spezzo, GT | |